3rd Shift Inventory Control I

Westrock Company, Inc.; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Westrock Company, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control associate for the night shift. You will conduct daily cycle counts, research discrepancies, and ensure inbound deliveries align with counts and bills of lading.

This role helps optimize storage and safety compliance in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will verify incoming and outgoing shipments, label packages, post weights and charges, and collaborate with branch staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control preferred.
• Computer literacy; MS Office knowledge preferred.
• 2+ years of Warehouse/Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Strong communication to management and team.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• English language fluency, written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently or in a team, under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Research discrepancies.
• Perform basic math functions.
• Ensure materials stored properly to conserve space in compliance with safety procedures.
• Oversee the rotations of inventories within the warehouse as needed.
• Keep the solution center accessible for branch staff and visitors additional functions/job duties.
• Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment compares identifying information, counts, weighs, or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Affixes shipping labels on packages, wooden crates, and boxes.
• Posts weights and shipping charges, and affixes postage.
• Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, reject damaged items, records shortages, and correspond with shippers to rectify damages and shortages.
• Routes items to departments.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.
• May direct others in preparing outgoing and receiving incoming shipments.
• Insert items into containers, using space fillers, and protective padding.
• Lift and move heavy items/packages as required.
• Use a computer as needed for email and internet information.
• Select appropriate carriers/truckers to fill needs, both domestic and international, and complete necessary shipping documentation.
• Track shipments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Forklift

Communication

Teamwork

Basic math

English fluency

Detail oriented

Independence

Pressure handling

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Inventory Control plays a key role in conducting daily cycle counts to ensure inventory levels are accurate within ASW. Effectively and accurately researching discrepancies of physical counts versus counts in ASW. Plans organize and check the accuracy of inbound deliveries including physical counts and BOL discrepancies.

Hours

Sun - Thurs, 10:30pm - 7am (overtime and weekends as needed)

Pay

$24.50/hr

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions

• Research discrepancies
• Perform basic math functions.
• Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space in compliance with safety procedures.
• Oversee the rotations of inventories within the warehouse as needed.
• Keep the solution center accessible for branch staff and visitors additional functions/job duties.
• Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment compares identifying information, counts, weighs, or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Affixes shipping labels on packages, wooden crates, and boxes.
• Posts weights and shipping charges, and affixes postage.
• Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, reject damaged items, records shortages, and correspond with shippers to rectify damages and shortages.
• Routes items to departments.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.
• May direct others in preparing outgoing and receiving incoming shipments.
• Insert items into containers, using space fillers, and protective padding.
• Lift and move heavy items/packages as required.
• Use a computer as needed for email and internet information.
• Select appropriate carriers/truckers to fill needs, both domestic and international, and complete necessary shipping documentation.
• Track shipments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience working in an inventory control role preferred
• Computer literacy required, prefer knowledge of MS Office.
• 2+ years of Warehouse/Manufacturing experience preferred
• Forklift Experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate to management and team members.
• Perform basic math functions.
• Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
• Ability to perform tasks under pressure, and within a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to handle detail-oriented work.
• General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or scheduled form.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods as a primary job responsibility.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. intermittently during a typical work shift.
• Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.
• Wear protective equipment as required

What We Offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.

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